All posts tagged: Salmon

Baked Salmon with Mango Chutney and Pecans

This is one of the most popular recipes on my blog, which is no surprise since it’s one of the easiest dishes to make! It’s quick enough for a weeknight meal, but the complex flavors also make it a great choice for a dinner party. The sweet nuttiness of the pecans works beautifully with the spicy mango chutney and the salmon offers a brain boosting dose of omega-3s. It’s also perfect for a brunch buffet since it’s equally tasty hot out of the oven as it is after it’s cooled. Cook a side of salmon for a striking presentation and allow people to serve themselves as much as they like, or cook a small fillet for an easy date night dish. PREP // 5 minutes COOK // 15 to 30 minutes SERVES // 2 per pound (455 g) of fish Ingredients: 1 skin-on salmon fillet or side (2 pounds/910 g) PER POUND (455 G) OF FISH, USE 1/8 teaspoon kosher sea salt Pinch black pepper Pinch paprika 2 tablespoons mango chutney 1/3 cup (40 g) finely …

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Baked Pesto Citrus Salmon

This is one of my favorite stand-by recipes. It’s easy and  fast enough for a weeknight dinner but also makes for a beautiful presentation at a dinner party or brunch. Try the leftovers cold over a mixed green salad for a healthy lunch! One small note- enjoy the flesh of the fruit with your fish but the rinds are not meant to be eaten. Enjoy! -Jacq Ingredients: Fresh Salmon, preferably wild caught, .5 lbs per person Fresh Basil Pesto, approx 3 Tbsp per pound Orange, Lemon and Lime Slices Salt Pepper Paprika Preheat oven to 375* Place a sheet of tinfoil 6 inches longer than your fish on a baking sheet. Lay the salmon skin side down in the center of the foil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and optionally paprika. Spread a layer of Pesto on salmon as if you were putting jam on toast. Top with orange, lemon and lime slices. Sprinkle a little salt on citrus. Fold the sides of the foil together, longways at the top and fold over a couple of times …